The latest statistics issued by the Accountant in Bankruptcy show a continuing fall in both personal and corporate insolvency. Lindsays expert, Iain Penman comments on why this trend may be continuing.

Although the recent English court decision to award a disinherited daughter a third of her mother’s estate could significantly weaken people’s right to leave money to whoever they choose, the position in Scotland remains clear.

Separating from a partner is a distressing enough experience without having to deal with the stress and expense of resolving your issues in court. Here are some tips which may help with informal negotiation, and help you judge when it is time to move to the next stage.

The opinion of the Advocate General in the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in a recent case could have far reaching consequences for employers. He recommended that travel time to and from work for peripatetic workers may be treated as “working time”.

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A Power of Attorney is a document appointing someone to act on your behalf for specific purposes. It is extremely good practice to put a power of attorney in place so you can be assured that your affairs will be taken care of by people you can trust.

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“I am thinking about selling my business – what should I be doing now?”

It is never too early to prepare your business for sale as buyers will be more inclined to purchase well organised and managed business. There are various things that a potential buyer will be looking for and our corporate team will be able to advise on what you should be doing now to maximise your return in the future.

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“As a charity do we need to change our Constitution because of the Companies Act 2006?”

There is no requirement for a charity to change its constitution as a consequence of the Companies Act 2006. However, many charities are taking the opportunity to review their constitutions and adopt a revised constitution that takes advantage of the provisions of the Companies Act 2006. Contact our experts to find out more.

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“I have a really good idea – how do I protect it?”

Intellectual Property (IP) is likely to be one of your most valuable assets but it is often overlooked. It is important to protect your IP if you want to exploit value from your idea. There are many options available to protect your IP and our specialist advisors will be able to advise on what options are best for you.

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“I want to trade online – how do I go about it?”

Before you start up a business online there are a number of considerations and it is important to note that your website terms and conditions will require different provisions than straightforward terms and conditions for a non web based business.

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“I want to hire security for my club what do I need to do?”

The law requires anyone acting as a door supervisor (bouncer) to hold a licence issued by the Security Industry Authority. It's down to the individual looking for work in this area to obtain this licence and failure to do so is a criminal offence. Be careful however that your door supervisors aren't heavy-handed as you as an employer could end up liable.

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“I want to set up a charity, what are my options?”

There are a number of options open to those wanting to set up a charity in Scotland. Currently the most commonly used vehicles are a company limited by guarantee or a trust. However there are other options and a new vehicle will be available in 2011.

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“Who should make a Will?”

Everyone, whether they are young or old, married or single. Co-habitants are in a particularly vulnerable position. New legislation to protect co-habitants' rights is limited and uncertain, requiring the bereaved partner to go to court to claim. Making a Will can provide certainty.